Weather & Climate in Büren, Germany
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Büren experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. The area receives 5.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 797 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Area | 77.2 sq mi (199.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 288/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.5511°N, 8.5596°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
274 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| May 16, 1991 | 4 km ENE of Hörstel, Germany | M4.7 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Nov 29, 1997 | 6 km SE of Burgschwalbach, Germany | M4.3 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2003 | 2 km NE of Hörstel, Germany | M4.3 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Jul 24, 2009 | 2 km NW of Kamp-Lintfort, Germany | M4.1 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 2011 | 4 km NE of Nassau, Germany | M3.9 | 144 km | 12 km |
| Mar 22, 1993 | 3 km NW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.8 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.7 | 92 km | 5 km |
| Jan 24, 2008 | 1 km N of Rheurdt, Germany | M3.7 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Mar 20, 2007 | 5 km SSE of Schapen, Germany | M3.7 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 1995 | 2 km SW of Saerbeck, Germany | M3.6 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 1992 | 0 km ESE of Holzwickede, Germany | M3.6 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 2008 | 2 km WNW of Moers, Germany | M3.6 | 136 km | 1 km |
| Jan 24, 2001 | 3 km N of Rath, Germany | M3.5 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Feb 16, 2007 | 3 km ESE of Hünxe, Germany | M3.5 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 2003 | 3 km SW of Wesel, Germany | M3.5 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2008 | 3 km NW of Krefeld, Germany | M3.4 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Aug 29, 2001 | 6 km SSW of Moers, Germany | M3.4 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jun 2, 2003 | 3 km N of Rheurdt, Germany | M3.4 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jul 18, 2008 | 6 km SW of Recke, Germany | M3.4 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Nov 24, 1990 | 3 km E of Dortmund, Germany | M3.4 | 72 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (195 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 195 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
Büren has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 34°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.5").